The Joanne and Ted Lindsay Foundation Autism Outreach Services (OUCARES) offers a variety of summer day camps for individuals on the autism spectrum ages 3 years old through young adults.
Oakland University’s highest priority in providing exemplary academic, athletic and social programs for youth is protecting the health, safety and welfare of all participants. To achieve this critically important goal, carefully screened and highly trained personnel enforce protocols designed to ensure safe conduct and supportive interaction between youth and program leaders. To learn more, visit OU's Youth Protection webpage.
All camps are offered 9 am - 3pm on Oakland University's Campus
2024 Pee Wee, STEAM and Teen Life Skills Camps Application
Limited Scholarships available for all camps:
Pee Wee, STEAM and Teen Life Skills Scholarship Application
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OUCARES Camps are made possible in part by the generous support from the United Way for Southeastern Michigan.
Pee Wee Camp - 3-6 year olds
Our Pee Wee Camp activities will focus on maintaining known skills and acquiring new skills to improve quality of life. All activities are structured and are planned around a theme. Language Arts, Sensory Fun, Water Fun, Sports & Fitness, Arts and Crafts, Social Skills, Music, Fine Motor Fun, and so much more!
Summer 2024 Pee Wee Camp Dates:
Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
Session 1: June 24 - July 12 (break July 1-5) - 2 weeks
Session 2: July 15 - July 26 - 2 weeks
Session 3: July 29 - August 9 - 2 weeksSummer Camp Application Packet
Cost: $750 for each two week session. Limited Scholarships AvailableIf you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of the content or documents on this page, please view our Public Accessibility Statement.
NEW STEAM Camp - 7-15 year olds
OUCARES is now offering a NEW STEAM camp for children and adolescents on the autism spectrum to explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math while developing social, communication, and independence skills!
Each day campers will participate in fun-filled activities centered around teamwork, developing friendships, working toward common goals, and developing problem-solving skills. STEAM principles will be used to help campers explore science, technology, engineering, art, and math in exciting ways. All camp activities will be recreational and include an academic component to promote learning in natural ways. All activities are highly structured and are planned around a weekly theme. This camp is designed for individuals who are interested in STEAM, can engage in activities with the support of 1 adult for every 3 campers (do not need 1:1 support), and must be independent in toileting.
Summer 2024 STEAM Camp Dates:
Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
Session 1: Ages 7-9, June 24 - July 12 (break July 1-5) - 2 weeks
Session 2: Ages 10-12, July 15 - July 26 - 2 weeks
Session 3: Ages 13-15, July 29 - Aug 9 - 2 weeksSummer Camp Application Packet
Cost:$750 for each two week session. Limited Scholarships Available
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Teen Life Skills Camp - 13-15 and 16-18 year olds
Teen Life Skills Camp is for teens and adolescents who want to meet new friends and grow their independence skills. Each session will be full of fun activities focused on learning life skills including practical living skills, interpersonal skills, and personal management skills. Daily Activities will include personal health care (such as exercise, personal hygiene, and clothing care) and team-building activities to build appropriate communication and socialization skills. Teen life skills campers must be independent in toileting and able to engage in activities with the support of no more than 1 adult for every 3 campers.
2024 Teen Life Skills Camp Ages 16 -18 Years Dates:
Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
Session 2: July 15 - July 26 - 2 weeks
Session 3: July 29 - Aug 9 - 2 weeks
2024 Teen Life Skills Camp Ages 13-15 Years Dates:
Monday-Friday 9am-3pm
Session 1: June 24 - July 12 (break July 1-5) - 2 weeksSummer Camp Application Packet
Cost: $750 for each two week session. Limited Scholarships Available
If you have any questions or concerns about the accessibility of the content or documents on this page, please view ourPublic Accessibility Statement.
Oakland University Center for Autism Outreach
Pawley Hall, Room 425C
456 Pioneer Dr.
Rochester, MI 48309-4482
(location map)
(248) 370-2424
[emailprotected]
Oakland University Center for Autism Outreach
Pawley Hall, Room 425C
456 Pioneer Dr.
Rochester, MI 48309-4482
(location map)
(248) 370-2424
